LewisGale Hospital Montgomery is adding a new MRI scanner in the outpatient imaging center.

The emergency room at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Christiansburg is celebrating its first anniversary, having served 13,000 patients since opening its doors as part of a $14 million investment in local healthcare.

The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day was held on Saturday, with locations all around the commonwealth taking back unused, expired, or unwanted prescription drugs with no questions asked.

Wednesday night, families and staff gathered at LewisGale to take part in the international movement Wave of Life.

Healthcare workers with both hospitals played a full softball game at Salem Memorial Field to raise money for the American Heart Association.

From bystander to lifesaver. LewisGale is partnering with Montgomery County Public Schools to teach faculty how to stop severe bleeding during an emergency.

From vision checks to sleep schedules, health experts are urging parents to prioritize their children’s wellness as students head back to school.

While the call to care for others is seemingly innate in many medical professionals, a local nurse at LewisGale Montgomery Hospital is willing to give the ultimate gift, an organ donation from her own body, when one of her co-workers became a patient.

The Roanoke Valley Psychiatric Center first opened in June 1975, positioning itself at the forefront of behavioral health care in the area. Since then, the program has treated approximately 75,000 patients.

As you look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with delicious food and festivities, it’s important to prioritize safety to ensure you, your family, and friends have a fun and injury-free holiday. 10 News is working for you on how you can stay safe. We spoke with a Lewis Gale injury prevention expert.

It’s been nine months since a Radford woman was severely injured in a motorcycle crash in Christiansburg. Thanks to quick emergency care at LewisGale Medical Center, now in its second year as a Level 2 trauma center, she is rebuilding her life and sharing her story to help others during National Trauma Awareness Month.

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has prepared extra staffing on Wednesday in its emergency department due to the sold-out crowd in Lane Stadium for the Metallica concert.

LewisGale has expanded its practice over the past five years in the Roanoke and New River valleys, providing 24/7 coverage on labor and delivery. They emphasize that midwifery care allows women to take control of their birth plans.

A local woman felt called to donate her kidney, providing a local evangelist a second chance at life. Now she hopes to raise awareness about the gift of becoming a living donor.

Law enforcement officials across the region teamed up with the DEA and others as part of National Drug Take Back Day.

LewisGale Midwives was the first hospital-based independent midwifery practice in the area when it launched five years ago.

Mammogram screenings are crucial for early detection of breast cancer, but many women face delays in getting them. These delays often occur because women either don't have a primary care physician or can't see one promptly. However, there are alternatives available.

Nearly 20 years after losing her mother to breast cancer, Erin Hachwi, a mother of two, was shocked to receive the same diagnosis. Now, she's honoring her mothers fight by sharing her story of survival in the hopes other women will prioritize mammograms and screenings.

In honor of world cancer day, WSLS is inviting you to share your story too through Pin it. We want to recognize survivors and those still fighting while remembering those we have lost.

With winter weather just hitting our area and even more expected in the coming days, that means for emergency crews and folks working at the hospitals, it’s all hands on deck. Oftentimes those emergencies may require a blood transfusion.

For many, the holidays are a time of the year they look forward to the most, but for others, its a time of the year that they have to live in fear.

The hospital staff at LewisGale brought Christmas joy to the Musil family by decorating Craig's room and providing gifts, despite their challenging circumstances.

10 News wore purple Tuesday in a show of support for a respected colleague in local television, Mark Spain, who was recently diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. In a special Healthwatch, a local doctor explains what pancreatic cancer is and some of the risk factors and warning signs of this disease.

Lt. Hayes with the Blacksburg Police Department went beyond his duties as an officer to help with a very special delivery last week.

LewisGale Medical Center and City of Salem leadership kicked off their Stroke Smart Salem partnership with a community activation day on Tuesday. Hospital leaders and community officials, including Salem Mayor Renee Turk and members of city council, canvassed businesses on Main Street to spread awareness about stroke education.

Local organizations are giving blankets to people who need them most.

LewisGale in Roanoke is only place in the Commonwealth providing Hepatic Artery Infusion (HAI) Therapy. LewisGale began offering HAI in December, and it’s already showing promise with patients like David Rockwell of Moneta.

According to a study from the Virginia Association of Counties, EMS volunteers are down across the state.

Walking for a good cause — that’s what LewisGale employees and other community partners did Thursday morning.

It's been 8 months since a Christiansburg man's life changed forever after a horrific motorcycle crash. Thanks to quick emergency care at LewisGale Medical Center, a newly recognized Level 2 Trauma Center, he is rebuilding his life and is back at the job he loves.

With bees out and about again for the spring, you can prepare for an increased risk of stings.

April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.

Genetic testing could save your life when it comes to cancer prevention.

LewisGale’s Joggin’ For Your Noggin 5K and 1-mile fun run took place this morning.

Rare Disease Day falls on Leap Day this year, the rarest day — and not by accident.

10 News is investigating an incident that allegedly involved a gun at the hospital.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and research shows that late-stage cervical cancer appears to be on the rise.

LewisGale awarded $20,000 and almost 1,000 pounds of canned goods to the non-profit, Feeding Southwest Virginia.

A group of physician assistants at LewisGale have grouped together to support a patient going through a difficult time this holiday season.

LewisGale Pulaski held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday to celebrate 50 years of serving the community.

On Tuesday morning, officials with LewisGale Hospital Montgomery hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of LewisGale Hospital Montgomery Christiansburg ER.

LewisGale held a ribbon cutting for their new NICU Tuesday, which has been 13 years in the making.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and LewisGale leaders are spreading awareness about getting low-dosage cancer screenings that can help patients learn if they have lung cancer.

LewisGale Hospital participated in the National Drug Take Back event on Saturday.

National Mammography Day falls on October 20 this year.

LewisGale held Global Wave of Light Sunday, honoring parents who have suffered with pregnancy or infant loss.

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.

This weekend, LewisGale and Carilion Clinic are taking swings at heart disease, for the annual “Homers for Hearts” charity softball game at Salem Memorial Ballpark.

The finish line is in sight for LewisGale Medical Center's NICU.

LewisGale’s Behavioral Health Hospital is making the move from Salem to Botetourt County.

Galen College of Nursing now has a new campus in Roanoke.

One of the region’s biggest healthcare systems plans to move its Behavioral Health Hospital from Salem to Botetourt County.

A LewisGale emergency doctor warns against exposure to poor air quality.

LewisGale ICU nurse, Katie Hougasian started to feel off at work when her coworkers quickly realized she was having a stroke.

New healthcare technology in the Roanoke Valley was unveiled on Tuesday. LewisGale Medical Center now houses a virtual reality treadmill.

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for their $15.9 million surgical expansion.

An Adderall shortage is affecting some who live with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), both locally and nationwide.

Doctors use the month to talk about the importance of getting a pap smear and getting vaccinate against HPV.

The new campus is aimed at educating more nurses in Southwest Virginia to help address the nursing shortage.

LewisGale Medical Center is one of the many places accepting unwanted and expired prescription drugs this Saturday.

LewisGale broke ground on their new NICU after 12 years of petitioning state legislators.

One breast cancer survivor in the Alleghany Highlands is sharing her story and stressing the importance of early life-changing screenings.

A boy is dead after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke Saturday, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

On a patient’s worst day, nurses like Helena Tilley are right by their side.

Stitch by stitch, Munsey spent the past year crocheting about 100 baby blankets and hats for LewisGale Medical Center’s new NICU, which is set to open in 2023.

Lots of changes are coming to LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, and for the first time ever, three women are leading the hospital.

On Tuesday, LewisGale Medical Center’s Blue Hills Emergency Room will open on Route 460.

LewisGale Medical Center is looking to grow its team.

As the nationwide baby formula shortage drags on, lactation consultant Katherine Havener said more moms are seeking her help.

Due to a COVID-19 lockdown in Shanghai, China, where it’s mainly produced, it may impact the U.S.

The two-and-a-half-year-old labradoodle, Teddy is the hospital's first-ever certified therapy dog.

HCA Virginia has named Alan Fabian to lead the LewisGale Regional Health System as market president and LewisGale Medical Center’s chief executive officer.

Leaders with LewisGale Hospital need your help to save lives as part of the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

Thursday marked a major milestone in the fight against COVID-19.

An 86-year-old man is dead after a crash in Giles County, according to Virginia State Police.

Colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths, according to the CDC.

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery is celebrating its bright future as it broke ground on a $15.9 million expansion of its surgery department.

There’s a massive recall impacting three popular formula brands after a number of infants became sick.

In honor of Valentine's Day, we're sharing the love story of a couple who met as coworkers at LewisGale.

Dr. Stephen O'Neil is currently an orthopedic surgeon at LewisGale. Before arriving in Southwest Virginia, he completed his residency in New Mexico where he worked with USA's ski and snowboard team.

The program runs from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

LewisGale's freestanding emergency room in Roanoke County is just months away from being complete.10 News got an exclusive look inside to check out the facility’s progress.

For the first time in 26 years, LewisGale Medical Center broke the record for the number of babies delivered at the hospital in a single year.

As COVID-19 cases surge after the holidays, parents, health officials and school leaders all have children’s safety at the top of their minds.

This year, LewisGale Health Systems is asking people to keep their holiday lights up longer than usual. It’s part of the health system’s parent company’s HCA VA statewide campaign, keep your lights up.

LewisGale’s tiniest patients will now have another level of care.

After a 12-year-long push, LewisGale is finally getting a NICU.

Local hospitals are preparing to face a potential rise in COVID-19 cases.

November is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and LewisGale Hospital is showing off a new robot capable of detecting it earlier than ever.

LewisGale is now the latest to get in line with a vaccine mandate.

LewisGale Dr. Kevin Walsh has died suddenly.

It’s time to start collecting unused prescription drugs you have at home because this weekend is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

This week is dedicated to health care workers on the frontlines.

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem is the first hospital in Virginia to use new artificial intelligence to help diagnose and treat lung cancer.

Expanded emergency care is coming to the Roanoke Valley.

LewisGale is making a big move for cancer treatment in Pulaski and Salem.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – We’ve been wearing masks for nearly a year. Bowman said even though masks cover the majority of the face, people still want to put their best face forward. Another common complaint about wearing masks Dr. There are also nasal dilators, breathe right strips and nasal sprays you can get online or over the counter to help open your nostrils. Bowman recommended nasal sprays like Flonase, Nasacort, Nasonex, antihistamines Claritin, Zyrtec and Allegra.

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, also known as colon cancer or rectal cancer depending on where it starts. According to Dr. Brian Van Der Linden, a gastroenterologist at LewisGale Physicians, colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in men and women in the U.S. Take a look at this list of risk factors:Risk factors for colon cancer (Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.) Hollywood actor Chadwick Boseman died at 43 of colon cancer in 2020. “They’re having a diagnosis of colon cancer at a later stage and they’re dying from colon cancer at a higher rate because of that and so it’s very important for us to make sure all people are getting screened,” Van Der Linden said.

ROANOKE, Va. – The Salvation Army of Roanoke and LewisGale Family and Community Medicine residency program have a new partnership and their first project is a free community health fair. The fair is Saturday, Feb. 27 noon to 2 p.m. in the Salvation Army’s gym located at 724 Dale Avenue SE. Once inside, there will be a variety of socially distanced stations with residents from LewisGale psychiatric, family medicine and internal medicine departments. During a time where stress and anxiety are at an all-time high, Price-Clarke felt it was critical the event included mental health too. We want to make sure that they’re given the proper information to take care of their physical and mental health and mental health right now is something we really do need to focus on,” said Price-Clarke.